At the entrance of the training camp, Su Yang called Durant.

"Those physical trainers don't understand at all, don't take it seriously. The few bench presses will not affect your draft results, nor will it prevent you from becoming an excellent basketball player, just like Allen Iverson.

He hates lifting like you, but there are not many people in the NBA that can limit him. He can easily hit the basket and complete layups when fighting against the big center. You have to insist on being yourself and you will be the second small forward in the league."

Su Yang deliberately mentioned the rankings, intending to attract Durant's attention so that the other party would not walk away directly because of anger.

"Who is the first one? LeBron? James?" Durant was stunned for a moment, raised his eyebrows and asked.

Asking this question shows that the unpleasant experience caused by bench press just now has been left behind.

"Yes..." Su Yang nodded, "At least that's the case, you have the opportunity to catch up and surpass."

Durant was silent for a moment and asked again: "Do you represent yourself or the Trail Blazers?"

"I hope to talk to you as a friend, and I will also recommend to the team that you invite you to participate in a separate trial to let them see your super athletic ability..." Su Yang looked up and down Durant, "You are a combination of the Magician and Bird Bird."

The flattery was a little exaggerated, and Durant turned his head awkwardly, but he smiled and expressed his acceptance.

"Anyway, be yourself!" Su Yang was on the verge of Rivers, and he ate the chicken soup in his heart and poured it into bowl after bowl.

"Of course, we'll talk next time." Durant raised his hand and signaled, and the two agreed to make an appointment with each other with a smile.

Back in the venue, Su Yang continued to observe the physical test of the players to be selected for an hour.

During this period, Sun Yue also conducted physical tests, and the data were quite outstanding, but other scouts did not see any expectant or excited eyes in their eyes. Perhaps because Sun Yue is an older rookie and there is not much room for improvement.

Su Yang felt quite sorry for this. Sun Yue was so talented, but he wasted so many years of time. In the end, he flew everywhere in the United States and participated in various trials of all sizes just to get a second round pick. It was really a pity.

After the physical test, the shooting test was held immediately, and Su Yang followed the scouts to watch.

Perhaps because shooting can reflect the basic level of the players more directly, several team executives appeared on the sidelines, including Pat Riley, Danny Angie and Larry Bird, and the atmosphere suddenly became professional.

Su Yang himself also caused a lot of discussion. After all, Chinese scouts in the NBA are rare.

Several scouts took the initiative to say hello to him, some were curious, while others wanted to get some information.

He responded quietly, and exchanged business cards with several colleagues, turning his head to continue observing the shooting test.

Durant also came back to continue to undergo shooting tests, perhaps because his mood was affected and his performance was relatively average.

The scouts accompanied the crowd chatted with Oden or Durant who would be better, almost one-sidedly supporting Oden.

…

In the blink of an eye, the league office representative handed over the first part of the physical test and shooting data to each team. Su Yang received a copy and took it back to the hotel, compared it with his name, and based on his memory, he began to look for potential target candidates.

In this draft, the Trail Blazers had one No. 1 pick and four second round picks respectively.

Su Yang has informed the general manager of his suggestions for the top pick, and the focus will be automatically shifted to the four second round pick selections.

After joining the team, he wanted to do things as perfect as possible and build a good first impression.

Soon, it was seven o'clock in the evening, and the scouting department held a conference call as promised.

Su Yang became the first person to speak, and began to read according to the prepared manuscript without any nervousness.

"The first power forward I suggest is Josh McRoberts. He can help the team open up space through high-level support, reduce Aldridge's double-team number, and can also cooperate with the defenders with some RUB or hand-hand tactics. In addition, he has certain impact and cutting ability, so he is enough to become the organizer of the bench lineup."

Josh McRoberts, who was originally a talented high school student, had a gorgeous and similar style to Webber. In 2005, he was predicted by major draft websites as a first-round rookie, but Josh gave up running and joined Duke.

I thought that Duke did not further cultivate his gorgeous style of playing, but instead allowed him to gain weight and play inside and become a blue-collar worker.

As a result, that positioning was completely unsuitable for him. After a few years of college, the first round became the middle of the second round.

The main reason is weight gain. In the basketball field, rapid weight gain basically has no good results. Either injury or loss is increased. LeBron also has accumulated back and back injuries due to weight gain, not to mention Yao.

Fortunately, McRoberts' passing talent written in the gene has not yet been lost, and it is worth a second round pick.

"Okay, we'll focus on the next step, you continue..." said Bob, the scout director.

Su Yang then read in accordance with the manuscript: "My second suggestion to choose is Carl Landry. The data on his height provided by Purdue University is 6-foot-7, but I saw on the scene today that his real height is nearly 6-foot-9, and judging from his shooting force, his knee problem is not as serious as mentioned in the Purdue University report.

He completed 21 times in the 84kg bench press event, which is currently the best result and has excellent strength. He also has a relatively long shooting range, and in our tactical system, we can match three pick-and-roll tactics."

Generally speaking, pick-and-roll has four basic types: external rebound, internal cutting, external cutting, and fake gear. Landry's body is large enough, strong enough, and the speed is not too slow. It's just that the three-pointers are relatively poor, and it can play a huge role in the pick-and-roll.

Of course, Landry will suffer from the height of the defensive defense when facing the serious power forward.

"Pudu University provides wrong data, which is the problem I have talked to you before. We cannot believe it all and rely on the data..." Bob said. "You can find that his real height is very good. As for the hidden dangers of injuries, it needs to be evaluated by the doctor."

Su Yang responded with agreement and continued to mention Glen Davis, Ramon Sessions and Marc Gasol. Although the Trail Blazers basically cannot choose three, they must show their own vision, even if it will take several years to prove it.

Bob and other scouts praised Su Yang for confirming so many potential candidates in the afternoon.

When his speech ended, other scouts continued to speak, mentioning the trial experience of visiting small forward Al Thorton.

The team's priority is not a small forward, but head coach McMillan wants one because the team's current starting small forward Martel Webster's positioning in the team is relatively awkward, and it may require a more functional small forward to replace it.

The conference call started until nine o'clock, and Su Yang sent the work report to supervisor Bob and general manager Kevin respectively.

Just as he was about to take a shower and rest, the phone rang. He picked up his phone and saw that it was General Manager Kevin.

"I forwarded your report to head coach Nate? McMillan has read it. He is very interested in your mention of opening up space many times. I want to talk to you in detail. Considering the work arrangements of both of you, how about the time is set in the summer league?"

Su Yang was a little surprised when he heard this.

Although I had known that McMillan was a good man, I still didn't expect that the other party would attach so much importance to the view of scouts.

But why did McMillan fight the old-fashioned telescopic attack again, and the Trail Blazers and Pacers have not changed during the period, so that it was collectively boycotted by the players?

Could it be that there is any special reason?
Chapter completed!